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Experience Game4Ukraine In Live Metaverse Watch Party, Powered by Improbable
Building upon three successful events over the past months which triggered fan participation in thousands and strong engagement on social media, the Victory League is joining forces again with worldwide media company and content provider Global Fan Network, and also this time with Legends Soccer Group and Sky Sports to create a watch party in the metaverse alongside the Game4Ukraine happening on August 5, 2023.
Step into the metaverse in just one click and you will get:
1. A unique interaction with your crowd and community as if you were in the stadium: attendees from all over the world gather in the metaverse and can interact live with one another and with the hosts and players interviewed. The event is accessible in just one click through a web link, from a PC/laptop or mobile phone.
2. Exclusive Commentary: Get ready to witness the game with Robbie Lyle providing riveting commentary throughout the match. But wait, that’s not all – a surprise guest will join Robbie to add colour and entertainment to this show.
3. Inspiring interviews, games and thrills: Alongside the heart-pounding action on the pitch, Robbie Lyle will conduct exclusive interviews, granting you insider access to your favourite players’ thoughts, emotions, and aspirations. Quizzes and games will also be part of the show.
4. More than just entertainment: By participating, you can also contribute to supporting the reconstruction of schools in Ukraine, because every child deserves an education.
Oleksandr Zinchenko commented: “The match at Stamford Bridge on August 5th will be a huge charitable event. We have a very important mission ahead of us – to raise enough funds to bring back 415 children to their classrooms at the beloved Mykhailo-Kotsiubynsky Lyceum. We thank Improbable and M2 for being part of this journey with us! Their support will enable us to bring joy to people who can’t watch the game at the stadium but still want to feel the atmosphere. Fans can chat, ask questions, and interact with each other, all while our main goal remains to put a smile on the faces of everyone turning in! I am certain it will be a fantastic experience!
“It is an honour for us to bring our technology and expertise in fan-player interaction to Game4Ukraine”, said Herman Narula, co-founder and CEO of Improbable. “Collaborating with an exceptionally talented team, we aim to make a meaningful contribution to the cause by granting fans around the globe the opportunity to join a show with real interaction and exclusive content.”
Robbie Lyle, founder and CEO of Global Fan Network, and host AFTV said: “It’s incredible to be supporting Game4Ukraine within the Metaverse and be able to bring the fan experience to viewers across the globe. We’re going to have some big names join us before and after the game so it’s not one to miss.”
The event is produced by Improbable and Global Fan Network on the M2 network, and marks the third instalment of the Victory League, a project bringing sports fans together in the metaverse to connect as a community with their idols.
Date: August 5, Time: 18:00 BST
Location: The Metaverse (on VictoryLeague.io, instructions for access will be provided upon RSVP), on M2 Hosted by: The Victory League and The Global Fan Network
Please RSVP by August 1st to secure your VIP virtual spot (for reporters only)
Industry News
MiFinity to Showcase Innovative iFrame at SiGMA 2024
MiFinity, a leading global payment services provider, is excited to announce its participation at SiGMA 2024, held in Malta from 12 to 14 November. Visitors can find MiFinity at Stand 2012, where the team will be showcasing its award winning PayAnyBank service, and the latest version of the MiFinity iFrame and demonstrating how it helps iGaming operators acquire and retain players with a seamless, flexible payment experience.
Paul Kavanagh, CEO of MiFinity, commented: “SiGMA is a fantastic opportunity for us to showcase our latest developments and engage directly with the iGaming community. The MiFinity iFrame is a game-changer for operators looking to streamline their payment processes and enhance the player experience. We look forward to demonstrating its capabilities and connecting with both existing and prospective partners.”
MiFinity’s Business Development and Account Management teams will be on-site to discuss the new iFrame features in-depth and highlight how MiFinity can optimise payments for iGaming operators. They will also be showcasing MiFinity’s innovative suite of payment solutions developed specifically for the iGaming sector, including MiFinity PayAnyBank — a powerful tool that enables operators to send payouts directly to players’ bank accounts in multiple countries and currencies, enhancing the user experience with faster, more localised transactions and reduced FX fees.
The MiFinity Affiliates team will also be available to explain the benefits of MiFinity’s affiliate program, which offers some of the highest commissions in the industry and unique promotional opportunities via the MiFinity Bonus website.
Meet the MiFinity team at Stand 2012 at SiGMA 2024 to learn more about the company’s solutions and how they are transforming the iGaming payment landscape. Pre-book a meeting with the MiFinity team or drop by the stand during the event to explore how MiFinity can support your business.
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ECA and AGEM applaud creation of Association Assembly at ICE Barcelona
The news that January’s ICE Barcelona will include a major new feature dedicated to global gaming’s most influential trade associations has been welcomed by organisations in Europe and abroad.
Making full use of the additional space at the Gran Via Fira de Barcelona, the first ICE Association Assembly has been created to enable trade bodies to promote their values and create new opportunities for the gaming community across every sector and geography, including both the Brussels-based European Casino Association (ECA) and the Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers (AGEM), the global trade association for gaming equipment suppliers with its primary headquarters in Las Vegas.
Erwin Van Lambaart, Chair of the ECA confirmed: “Our members are already planning their week in Barcelona and they will be at this historic edition of ICE in great numbers. ICE is a pivotal event for the global gaming community and having a show floor feature which will enable us to engage directly with all sectors is a unique opportunity.
“Traditionally, our association’s involvement at ICE and its Conference program has primarily centred around networking and product development orientation—connecting with our members, regulators, suppliers, and fellow trade bodies. However, ICE 2025 marks a significant milestone. For the first time, the ECA will have the chance to fully interface with the global industry supply chain in its entirety. We are looking forward to this unique opportunity to articulate our vision for the future to a diverse and comprehensive audience, where innovation, responsibility and significant partnerships for guest and customer centricity will have centre stage.”
Daron Dorsey, CEO of AGEM added: “We represent the interests of our gaming suppliers whose well-known brands are global in reach, so to be given the opportunity to explain our agenda and engage with what is a truly international audience of association colleagues on the ICE show floor is invaluable.”
January’s editions of ICE and iGB Affiliate will occupy 120,000sqm of space compared to the 100,00sqm at ICE 2024. In a major endorsement of the opportunities offered by the relocation to Barcelona 72% of the 25 biggest exhibitors will have an increased stand presence at ICE 2025.
Industry Awards
Blask Wins Prestigious “Startup of the Year” at 2024 Starlet Awards
Blask, the pioneering AI-powered analytics ecosystem for iGaming, has been named “Startup of the Year” at the prestigious 2024 Starlet Awards. The company earned this recognition for developing a groundbreaking market intelligence platform that has redefined how gaming operators leverage data and market insights.
Award Recognition
The award confirms Blask’s revolutionary approach to market analytics and its significant impact on how iGaming companies access and utilise market intelligence. Powered by AI models including Computer Vision and Natural Language Processing, Blask analyses billions of data points across 2000+ active brands to provide unprecedented market insights.
The Starlet Awards recognition follows Blask’s recent SiGMA Asia Startup Pitch 2024 Award victory. “Winning these awards affirms our belief that innovation and bold ideas can reshape the iGaming landscape. The recognition underscores the impact of our cutting-edge AI technology and our relentless pursuit to transform data into actionable insights”, reflects Max Tesla, CEO and Co-founder of Blask
Blask provides operators with a strategic edge across multiple critical areas. Its real-time market analysis capabilities deliver instant access to crucial market metrics, while the high-granularity data available at one-hour intervals enables swift, informed decision-making. The sophisticated AI modelling system estimates GGR and FTD by analysing a comprehensive range of inputs, including historical data, third-party OSINT data, market performance, competitor metrics, historical brand performance, market reports, and public company disclosures.
Beyond analytics, Blask offers robust brand monitoring and competitor analysis tools, alongside strategic and tactical planning capabilities particularly valuable for market entry decisions and maximising performance during major events. The recently introduced customer profile feature harnesses AI to generate detailed, country-specific user profiles, adding another layer of strategic insight for operators.
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